
ARC Firmware V4.58 for AlphaServer 1000A 4/xxx (EV4 systems)
7 January 1999

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Updating the AlphaServer 1000A 4/xxx Firmware

1.  Create a firmware floppy.  To do this, follow these steps:

        a) UnZIP this kit into a directory on your hard disk.

        b) Insert a blank floppy into your floppy drive, and copy
           these files onto it:

               copy *.exe a:\

           Label this floppy, "V4.58 AlphaServer 1000A 4/xxx ARC firmware."

2.  Shut down your AlphaServer 1000A and reboot it.  This may be done
    by selecting the "Shutdown and Restart" option in the "Shutdown
    Computer" logoff popup window.  Proceed onto the next step when
    you are at the ARC Boot Menu.

3.  When the ARC Boot Menu appears, note the version at the top of 
    the screen.

    If it is 4.58, then Congratulations!  You already have this
    firmware installed and you do not need to update your firmware.
    To install Windows NT, read the Configuration Guide (or Release Notes) 
    that came with your Windows NT kit.  You can also obtain a copy of the 
    Configuration Guide at our World Wide Web site, at 
    http://www.windowsnt.digital.com/support/driver.asp
    
    If it is less than V4.58, then an update of the firmware is needed in
    order to run Windows NT; proceed to step 4.

4.  Insert the "V4.58 AlphaServer 1000A 4/xxx ARC firmware" floppy into your
    floppy drive.

5.  Select "Supplementary menu..." and press Enter.

6.  Select "Install new firmware" and press Enter.

7.  Once the update image has been loaded, you will be prompted with
    the following query, "If you have a floppy containing option
    firmware, Please insert it now and hit <return> when ready." Press
    Enter.

8.  You will see a small list of available commands, and at the bottom
    of the screen see the update program prompt, "UPD>". At this prompt,
    type 'update' and press Enter.

9.  You will be prompted to confirm the update on ARC and SRM. Type 'y'
    and press Enter.

10. Once the update is complete, you will be returned to the UPD> prompt.
    Type 'exit' and press Enter to execute the new firmware.

    If you encounter any difficulties in updating the firmware, call the 
    DIGITAL technical support line for further assistance.  In the U.S.A the
    telephone number is (800)354-9000.

    Your firmware update is complete.

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New features in this firmware:

This version includes a change to ARC to allow the system TOY (Time of Year) 
clock to be updated if it had been zeroed (as was happening in the field upon 
mainboard replacements).



Thank you for your support of Windows NT and Alpha.

		Windows NT Program Office
